Children's Home Deputy Manager
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £16.93 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Peterborough, PE4 6QA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Additional Resources Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SPUAR/070020 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Manager to join a well-established company providing specialist residential care and support for children and young people with complex needs.
As a Deputy Manager, you will be supporting the management of the home to ensure excellent care standards are maintained.
This permanent role offers a salary of £16.93 per hour, £70.50 for sleep in and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading, motivating, and managing staff to deliver high-quality care.
- Overseeing day-to-day operations and home resources efficiently.
- Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, legislation, and regulatory standards.
- Supporting the delivery of key performance indicators related to quality and performance.
- Contributing to a positive and rewarding environment for children and young people.
What we are looking for:
- Previously worked as a Children's Home Deputy Manager,Deputy Manager, Deputy Home Manager, Assistant Manager, Childcare Manager, Care Manager, Deputy care Manager, Home Manager,Care Practitioner, Therapeutic Practitioner, Childcare Practitioner,Assistant Home Manager,Assistant Care Manager or in a similar role.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a children's home.
- At least Level 3 in Residential Childcare (willingness to reach level 5).
- Good understanding of Ofsted requirements.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation.
- Computer literate and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Full UK driving licence.
Shift:
- Flexible shifts across 7 days a week
- 3 shifts per week on a 3-week rolling rota
- Timings: 7:00am - 10:00pm or 8:00am - 11:00pm
- No fixed pattern
What's on offer:
- Competitive pay
- Sleep-in shifts paid separately.
- Holiday entitlement including bank holidays.
- Pension contributions via NEST Scheme.
- 24/7 access to employee assistance programme.
- Birthday bonus.
- Recommend a Friend scheme.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people while advancing your leadership career.
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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.